Kushida Kikyo's expression shifted between gloom and brightness, as if she was making a big decision.
"As long as you lift your skirt, not only can I give you the memory card, but I'll also let you take this computer for the night. Once you take it back, whether you format the disk, reset the system, or do both, I don't mind at all."
"And I promise, the video or photos of you venting by the lake have not been leaked, nor do I have backups anywhere else."
"Why should I trust you?"
"Because of my reputation. Think about it, since school started, have I ever told you a single lie?"
Kushida Kikyo thought carefully about the things Kanda Shuichi had said to her. She realized—he hadn't lied, at least not that she could remember.
Well, they've already kissed, so what's the harm in checking, right?
...
Ten minutes later, Kushida left Kanda Shuichi's room, looking at ease. During those ten minutes, Kanda Shuichi had reset the system and formatted the hard drive of the computer in front of her, ensuring there was no chance for anything to be recovered.
She wanted to take the computer, but she wasn't very good with this kind of stuff. Even though there was a risk of being tricked, she still asked Kanda Shuichi to format both the system and the hard drive.
The only regret was that, only after Kanda Shuichi pointed it out, did she realize that her uniform didn't leave any fingerprints behind. Damn it! Kanda Shuichi, one day I'll find something on you!
Before sending Kushida off, Kanda Shuichi glanced at the peephole.
See, Kushida, you're way too simple. I almost feel bad for bullying you like this.
After Kushida left, Kanda Shuichi immediately took out the pinhole camera from the peephole, connected it to his computer, and found that the storage device contained not only the footage of Kushida storming into the room and smashing his phone, but also the backup of the footage from when Kamuro had bullied him.
After copying the data back onto his computer, Kanda Shuichi erased the memory in the camera and then reinstalled it back into the peephole.
Next, Kanda Shuichi went to room 408 and knocked on Miyake Akito's door.
Knock knock knock!
Finally, it was his turn to knock on someone else's door.
Soon, Miyake Akito opened the door, wearing pajamas.
"It's rare to see you here," he said.
"Yeah, I need your help with something."
Kanda Shuichi didn't hesitate and walked straight into Miyake's room.
The layout of their rooms was almost identical, except that Miyake's room was clearly a little messier now.
Well, most high school boys don't have the time or interest to clean their rooms every day.
"Can I borrow your phone? Mine fell into the lake, so I need to get a new one from Chabashira-sensei."
"It fell into the lake?"
Miyake seemed curious but didn't press the issue. Instead, he picked up his charging phone and handed it to Kanda Shuichi.
Kanda Shuichi didn't waste any time. He grabbed Miyake's phone and dialed Chabashira-sensei's number.
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The day after the morning meeting, Kanda Shuichi headed to the school. Of course, he had been suspended and couldn't enter the school building. This meant he couldn't even attend club activities, so he had to wait outside the school for Chabashira-sensei.
The class meeting ended at 8:50 AM, and the time they had agreed upon was 9:00 AM.
When Kanda Shuichi arrived, Chabashira-sensei was walking toward him with a grim expression.
Seeing Chabashira-sensei hand him the phone with a displeased look, Kanda Shuichi couldn't help but feel puzzled. What's going on? I don't think I've upset her. Didn't she seem in a good mood when she said she'd give me the phone yesterday?
"Chabashira-sensei? Did something happen in the class?"
"Where did you get 20 million points?"
What? It's been exposed?
Well, it makes sense. When I had to replace my phone, I had to re-enter my student card info. The hidden private points were probably revealed too. Since Chabashira-sensei handled the process, it's not surprising that she saw the points.
However, based on her reaction, she doesn't seem to know where they came from. She's confused but doesn't seem suspicious.
Well, the system's been helpful!
"Oh, that? Just used a little trick. I mean, I spend quite a few points just on meals, so it's only fair to earn a few points, right?"
Kanda Shuichi thought his response was not perfect, but definitely reasonable.
"You're planning to use those 20 million points to change classes, aren't you?"
"Change classes?"
Kanda Shuichi seemed to catch onto something important.
"I don't have a plan to do something like that."
Chabashira instantly regretted speaking up. Damn, why did I say that? Judging by his expression, he definitely didn't know that 20 million points can be used to switch classes!
Seeing Chabashira's regretful expression, Kanda Shuichi smiled slightly. This seems interesting.
"Well, I'll just ask Hoshinomiya-sensei then."
"Wait!"
Although Kanda Shuichi was clearly threatening her, Chabashira Sae had no choice but to compromise.
She shot Kanda Shuichi a glare and then gave him the information.
"Students can use 20 million points to switch to any class they want, or use it to avoid being expelled once."
Wow, this is some incredible information. Kanda Shuichi thought to himself with a sense of awe.
Chabashira Sae, on the other hand, felt utterly disheartened. In the two months since school started, she had already realized just how outstanding Kanda Shuichi was. He would be impressive even in Class A.
But this guy was also very cunning, willing to do whatever it takes to achieve his goals. He was capable and had no moral limits. The only downside was that his body was too weak, and his personality was lazy.
If this guy really put his mind to it, Class D might actually rise to Class A, but isn't he a bit too good for that?
In just two months, he had accumulated 20 million points in private points, and she hadn't heard a single thing about it before.
Chabashira Sae felt a sense of despair. If someone like him went to another class, how could Class D ever make it to Class A?
She still hadn't figured out Ayanokouji's strength, and now the known trump card was about to disappear?
"I see."
Kanda Shuichi looked at Chabashira-sensei, who was silently looking down. It was clear that Chabashira-sensei, who was already a little unsettled, had her playful side.
Kanda Shuichi, who was taller than Chabashira-sensei, reached out and placed his hand on her head, gently stroking the ponytail she had tied her hair into.
"Don't worry, Sae-chan, I'm staying in Class D. I'm not going anywhere, but if you want to move up to Class A, you'll have to work hard too."
Being petted on the head and called Sae-chan...
For a moment, Chabashira wasn't sure whether to be angry at how she was treated or happy about the promise that he wouldn't leave. She just stood there, frozen.
Meanwhile, Kanda Shuichi quietly pulled his hand back and sneaked away.
He was just joking around, but if he stayed any longer, he might end up getting killed!
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